International Order in a Globalizing World
Series: Global Interdisciplinary Studies Series
Publisher: Ashgate Publishing
Published: August 1, 2007
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 237
ISBN-13: 9780754649304
Subjects: Peace studies; Political Science; Politics / Current Events; Politics/International Relations; Europe; USA; International Relations - General; 1989-; Globalization; International relations; World politics
Description: There is a growing recognition that globalization is leading to fundamental changes in world order, creating new imperatives and requiring new ways of understanding the international system. Two of the most important actors in the contemporary international system are the United States and Europe, and their relationship is fundamental in shaping international order. International order shapes, and is also being shaped by, the forces of globalization, whether cultural, political or economic. This volume examines issues that transcend national and cultural boundaries, discussing international order from the perspective of the English School of International Relations. It covers areas such as: great powers' foreign policy; relations among great powers; sovereignty, democracy and legitimacy; international terrorism and intelligence; and institutions and international organizations. Ultimately, it analyzes what is to be done to assure a stable international order. The volume is relevant to security studies, foreign policy, transatlantic relations and international organizations, as well as international relations theory. -- Publisher's Description.